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Objectives In this study, we aimed to investigate the effects of long-term administration of the cardioprotective drug mildronate on the concentrations of L-Carnitine and gamma-butyrobetaine in healthy volunteers. Methods Mildronate was administered perorally, at a dosage of 500 mg, twice daily. Plasma and urine samples were collected weekly. Daily meat consumption within an average, non-vegetarian diet was monitored. L-Carnitine, gamma-butyrobetaine and mildronate concentrations were measured using the UPLC/MS/MS method. Key findings After 4 weeks, the average concentrations of L-Carnitine in plasma significantly decreased by 18%. The plasma concentrations of gamma-butyrobetaine increased about two-fold, and this effect was statistically significant in both the male and female groups. In urine samples, a significant increase in L-Carnitine and gamma-butyrobetaine levels was observed, which provides evidence for increased excretion of both substances during the mildronate treatment. At the end of the treatment period, the plasma concentration of mildronate was 20 mm on average. There were no significant differences between the effects observed in female and male volunteers. Meat consumption partially reduced the L-Carnitine-lowering effects induced by mildronate. Conclusions Long-term administration of mildronate significantly lowers L-Carnitine plasma concentrations in non-vegetarian, healthy volunteers.
- 出版日期2011-9
